The Neurodiversity Paradigm:

This foundational guide by Dr. Megan Anna Neff breaks down the neurodiversity paradigm—a revolutionary framework that views brain differences like ADHD and Autism not as disorders, but as natural and valuable forms of human diversity. You’ll explore how this paradigm emerged from the Autistic Rights Movement, why thinkers like Judy Singer, Nick Walker, and Robert Chapman helped shape it, and what it means for identity, inclusion, and self-acceptance.

Inside, you’ll learn:

• The three core premises of neurodiversity: there’s no “normal” brain, neurodiversity just is, and social power dynamics shape how it’s perceived.

• The difference between the medical and social models of disability, and why language matters.

• Key concepts like the double empathy problem, internalized ableism, and neurodivergent-affirming practice—explained in plain, compassionate language.

This guide is perfect for newly diagnosed adults, educators, and allies who want to move beyond pathology and toward pride. It’s not just theory—it’s the philosophical backbone of neuro-affirming care and community